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It is not a secret that Detroiters are proud of the community roots-driven actions that have been crucial to so many redevelopment and revitalization projects throughout the city. We at CWA would like to share the following Model D Media article that discusses how "two historic sites on opposite ends of town have each received recognition for what community stakeholders have accomplished in Detroit, with Corktown’s Roosevelt Park and the new Jason Hargrove Transit Center at the former State Fairgrounds each receiving design awards recently." Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ehrrAJhf #planning #Michigan #detroit #detroiters #revitalization #redevelopment #design #awards #community #roots #stakeholders #public

According to a new "Zoning Practice" study written by Anika Singh Lemar - the American Planning Association's digital publication that analyzes trends and spotlights innovation in local land use and development regulation - "discretionary land use approvals make it challenging for planners and local officials to advance broader policy priorities, such as expanding housing supply." They're findings suggest that the answer "may not be more participation but, rather, better participation." Follow this link to read the full article and download the study: https://lnkd.in/eP_mixJC #planning #Michigan #public #Participation #landuse #housing #statusquo #underrepresented #misinformation #input #challenges #local #future

Carlisle | Wortman Associates sponsored and participated in this year's Michigan Association of Planning "Planning Michigan" Conference held at the Amway Grand Plaza in the City of Grand Rapids on September 25th-27th. We have summarized our experience - as well as our presentation with Paul Montagno, AICP, Michelle Marin, AICP, Kristin Bricker Kolb, and Robert Wiszowaty of Inspire Tree Experts in a blog entry that you can view here: https://lnkd.in/eQjRjz-Y Big thanks to everyone involved! We are already looking forward to next year's conference! #planning #michigan #conference #future #preservation #practical

Career fairs still represent a large opportunity for both employers and potential employees. The former can identify promising candidates and build a talent pipeline for future opportunities while job seekers are provided with valuable networking skills, further knowledge about varying industries and viable employment opportunities. It's for that reason we at CWA would like to share the following The Sun Times News article that covers how "dozens of job opportunities will be up for grabs at the Washtenaw Community College (WCC) annual Fall Career & Internship Fair." "Employers will represent a wide array of sectors such as automotive, advanced manufacturing, banking/mortgage, computer science, education/childcare, engineering, food service, health care, IT, government, law enforcement, retail, welding/fabrication and more. Full-time and part-time job, internship and apprenticeship positions are open." Follow this link to read the full article and learn more about the career fair: https://lnkd.in/eDeJznXY #planning #Michigan #washtenawcounty #careerfair #jobs #economy #potential

According to a recent market insights study by RentCafe.com, renters are facing a very competitive market in peak season across the United States. And closer to home, this difficult renters market can be even more so in places like Grand Rapids, Detroit, Lansing and Ann Arbor. The following MLive.com article discusses this study and how “the Midwest’s transformation from its ‘Rust Belt’ past, driven by a diversified economy in tech and manufacturing, is attracting budget-conscious renters seeking affordability, amenities, and nature." Follow this link for the full article: https://lnkd.in/eNiU_duJ #planning #Michigan #renters #market #community #competitive #economy #technology #manufacturing #affordability #nature

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)'s mission is to "accelerate and scale transformation of the built environment to minimize climate impacts and enhance the well-being of people, the environment and communities worldwide." According to the following Metromode article, the USGBC has recognized Oakland County, Michigan Government with a "LEED Gold certification" for it's efforts to improve county-wide sustainability practices. LEED stands for "Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design" and is "is the world's most widely used green building rating system." We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates are proud of Oakland County for this well-deserved recognition. Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eg-shS26 #planning #michigan #sustainability #climate #environment #community #energy

As professional planners, we at Carlisle | Wortman Associates continue to work with our communities to address their built environment accomplishments and issues. One common aspect of this is addressing affordable housing concerns alongside our municipal partners. The following Planetizen article highlights a Next City article that discusses how "new affordable housing regulations (in New Jersey) will require cities to submit plans outlining how they will meet housing demand in their jurisdictions." Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eweCwv7N #planning #Michigan #AffordableHousing #municipal #housing #jurisdictions #Demand

We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates have shared several stories about how public art and murals can have positive social and economic impact on local communities. Our own building is covered by a beautiful mural created by Jacob Dwyer. With that said, we'd like to share the following Route Bay City article that discusses how the City of Bay City, Michigan's 2024 City of Mural Community Festival "rallied donors, artists, and community members to create three colorful murals throughout town." Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/efnPJQFz #planning #Michigan #publicart #mural #community #PositiveImpact #local

According to the following American Planning Association Blog entry, "colonialism alienates people from their lands for the purpose of exploiting the resources, which affects Indigenous people's access to traditional foods and places." The authors work answers the question: "How can planners mapping today's food systems acknowledge Indigenous practices and knowledge?" Make sure you click through on the following link to discover how "food systems planning, has largely focused on food sectors and agriculture, often overlooking Indigenous food practices and the impacts of previous and ongoing colonialism on food structures." https://lnkd.in/etfZT_Jx #Planning #Michigan #food #indigenous #traditions #Resources #practices #community

Carlisle|Wortman Associates are pleased to share the following The Sun Times News article that announces how the Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission has released it's new 5-Year Recreation Master Plan for public review. Every five years, the Commission updates its Recreation Master Plan to identify priorities and remain eligible for State of Michigan recreation grants. Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eaWsDKBD #planning #Michigan #parksandrecreation #masterplan #washtenawcounty #public